“Distinct strands with unique
instincts, braided together into
one genuine approach.”
(Behind the Work)
(Behind the Work)
THE HUMANS
THE HUMANS
Three Paws Creative grew out of the same place most of our good ideas do: a couch, a sketchbook, a couple melting iced coffees, and the chaos of fur from three animals swirling about. Their very different energies blended into something that kept us steady and whole, inspiring how we work and make things: thoughtful, a little witty, and never taking ourselves too seriously.
“Distinct strands, different instincts, all braided together into one honest approach.”
Laura Stokes
Creative Compass, Quiet Genius, Keeper of the Ideas
Laura is the grounding force of Three Paws Creative, but she’s also the one quietly fueling half the ideas around here. She’s not a designer by trade, but undeniably creative in ways that you can’t teach. It’s instinctive and effortless. This is someone who sees the world sideways, in the best possible way.
She draws, she imagines, she tinkers. She notices the small details the rest of us miss. She’s the illustrator who swears she’s “not really an illustrator”.
She brings:
A softer, more intuitive creative perspective
The inherent ability to make something charming without even trying
A big-picture calm that balances Jason’s “but what if we rebuilt the whole thing?” energy
A natural storyteller’s touch — gentle, imaginative, and full of heart
Jason Schmitt
Visual Designer, Problem-Solver, Overthinker-in-Residence
Jason has spent two decades shaping brands and campaigns, always looking for what makes something feel right to him. He’s a designer by trade, but happiest untangling messy ideas and turning them into something clear and workable design. This is someone who notices when things are off and can’t let go.
Jason can spot a misaligned grid from across a room and predict how a layout will collapse before anyone else notices. He brings rhythm to the messy, clarity to the fuzzy, and a surprisingly diplomatic approach to convincing the people signing the checks that yes, spacing actually does matter.
He brings:
A texture-driven eye and a love for thoughtful systems
The ability to create order out of chaos without losing the spark
A Maine-meets-NYC sensibility, always steady, practical, and quietly ambitious
The instinct to push things just far enough without overpolishing
THE PAWS
(Behind the Name)
Mia
The Advisor
(Forever With Us)
Mia is woven into everything we do, literally and metaphorically. Her calm, steady presence shaped the rhythm of our home and the way we work: slower when needed, kinder when possible, and always with room for one more treat.
She brings:
A quiet ease knowing there are naps ahead
The reminder to breathe, slow down, and occasionally soak in a sunbeam
Certainty that someone wise is still supervising the room
The studio wouldn’t feel complete without her, and it never will. She’s always with us. Not loudly, but in the way we pause, and the way we remember what actually matters.
Izzy
The Original
Muse
Izzy is the muse behind Three Paws. Expressive, opinionated, and fully convinced every idea should be run by her first. She specializes in dramatic sighs, tactical side-eye, and providing “feedback” no one asked for but everyone receives.
She brings:
Bold opinions disguised as “collaboration”
Snack surveillance with impeccable timing
The energy that keeps everyone slightly more honest than planned
If the studio had an official creative director, Izzy would claim the title. She’s the heartbeat of the operation, even when she’s pretending she isn’t.
Roo
The Director
of Vibes
Roo is enthusiasm in motion. Full throttle, joy, commitment. He approaches each day with the confidence only a three-legged dog can have, certain that every moment is the best moment (and possibly snack-related).
He brings:
Optimism and tail-thumps that require structural reinforcement
Zero hesitation in announcing his presence and taking up space
Momentum (and the trail of dramatic chaos that follows behind it)
If something exciting is happening, Roo is already there. If nothing exciting is happening, he’ll fix that. He’s our self-appointed morale department, and honestly, he’s pretty good at the job.
Contact us
Say hello, tell us what you’re working on, or send us a note.
You’ll hear back from Jason or Laura — unless Izzy answers first, in which case she’ll demand snacks before forwarding your message.